Pet Wellness Plans for Dogs and Cats in Burnaby, BC

Preventive care at every life stage is the most effective way to keep your dog or cat healthy and catch problems early when they are most manageable. At Deer Lake Animal Hospital near Metrotown in Burnaby, our wellness plans are designed around your pet's specific life stage, combining vaccinations, parasite control, physical examination, nutritional guidance, and health screening into one coordinated, ongoing relationship. We are open Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.. Call (604) 563-6170 or book online to enroll your pet in a wellness plan.

Puppy Wellness Plan

Our puppy wellness plan covers the full first year of your dog's life with a structured series of visits that include DHPP vaccinations, rabies, lifestyle vaccines such as Bordetella and Leptospirosis, deworming, fecal parasite testing, flea and tick prevention, and a microchip if not already placed. We conduct a thorough physical examination at each visit, track your puppy's growth and development, and provide guidance on socialization, behavior, nutrition, and house training. The plan also includes a pre-spay or pre-neuter consultation to discuss optimal timing for your individual puppy's breed and size. We address your questions at every visit and keep you informed about what to expect at each stage.

Kitten Wellness Plan

Our kitten wellness plan provides everything a new kitten owner needs for a healthy first year. Visits include FVRCP vaccinations, feline leukemia vaccine, rabies, deworming, flea and tick prevention, FIV and FeLV testing, and fecal parasite screening. We perform a comprehensive physical examination at each visit, monitor growth and development, and provide guidance on nutrition, litter box habits, environmental enrichment, and low-stress handling. The plan includes a pre-spay or pre-neuter consultation and microchipping discussion. We work closely with new kitten owners through this critical developmental window and answer your questions thoroughly at every visit.

Adult Pet Wellness Plan

The adult wellness plan for dogs and cats between the ages of one and seven focuses on annual health maintenance and early detection of conditions that develop gradually. Each annual visit includes a full physical examination, core vaccine boosters based on your pet's individual schedule, parasite prevention review, dental health assessment, weight and body condition assessment, and annual blood and urine testing. Adult wellness visits are the right time to discuss any subtle changes you have noticed at home, adjust nutritional plans as your pet's lifestyle changes, and ensure that preventive care stays current. We keep records updated and alert you when boosters or screening are due.

Senior Pet Wellness Plan

Pets are considered seniors at approximately seven years of age, though larger breeds age more quickly. Our senior wellness plan shifts to biannual visits and more comprehensive health monitoring to stay ahead of the conditions that become more common with age, including kidney disease, dental disease, heart conditions, thyroid disorders, and osteoarthritis. Each senior visit includes a full physical examination, blood and urine testing, blood pressure monitoring, mobility and comfort assessment, and a pain evaluation. We discuss any changes in energy, sleep, appetite, or behavior and adjust our monitoring and management plan accordingly. Proactive senior care helps your pet remain comfortable, mobile, and engaged through their older years.

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FAQs

What does a puppy wellness plan include at Deer Lake Animal Hospital in Burnaby?

Our puppy plan covers multiple visits across the first year with DHPP and rabies vaccines, lifestyle vaccines, deworming, flea and tick prevention, fecal testing, microchipping, and growth monitoring. We also provide guidance on socialization, nutrition, and house training. A pre-neuter or pre-spay consultation is included. Call (604) 563-6170 to discuss the schedule and what your puppy’s first visit will involve.

How often should my adult cat or dog have a wellness exam?

We recommend annual wellness visits for healthy adult pets between the ages of one and seven. Annual visits allow us to update preventive care, conduct health screening blood work, assess body condition, and discuss any changes you have noticed. For senior pets, we recommend twice-yearly visits because age-related conditions can progress quickly and early detection makes a meaningful difference in outcome.

When does my dog or cat become a senior?

Most dogs and cats are considered seniors around age seven, though larger breed dogs age more rapidly and may be considered senior as early as five to six years. The transition to a senior wellness plan is also a good time to shift to biannual visits and more comprehensive blood and urine monitoring. We will discuss the right timing for your individual pet at your annual visit.

Does my indoor cat still need annual wellness visits?

Yes. Indoor cats are less exposed to some outdoor hazards, but they are still at risk for dental disease, kidney disease, weight gain, thyroid disease, diabetes, and other conditions that develop gradually and are best detected through regular examination and annual blood and urine testing. Many indoor cats tolerate delayed veterinary visits because they show no obvious symptoms, making annual wellness visits especially important for catching problems before they become serious.

Invest in your pet's long-term health with a wellness plan tailored to their life stage. Book a wellness visit at Deer Lake Animal Hospital in Burnaby. Call (604) 563-6170 or book online. We are open Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m..